Recent research reveals that animals, much like humans, tend to become less social as they age, which could offer evolutionary advantages.
By observing more than 150 species, scientists discovered that older animals—such as sparrows, deer, and monkeys—naturally limit social interactions, possibly reducing infection risks as their immune systems grow weaker.
Dr. Josh Firth from the University of Leeds explains that this “antisocial” behavior in aging animals may function as a natural survival strategy.
